In this episode, we explore: What is trauma? How sexual trauma impacts an individual Why we need a somatic approach to healing How trauma-informed yoga supports survivors of sexual trauma The importance of trauma-informed training for yoga teachers The challenges Zabie has overcome to offer her work Tools & resources for survivors Zabie Yamasaki, M.Ed., RYT (she/her) is the Founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga which is an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivo...
Apr 18, 2023•40 min
In this episode: Shelly's recovery journey Emotional eating Workaholism and burnout Establishing healthy boundaries at work Perfectionism Mindfulness Tools for recovery Shelly-Anne Mckay is a compassionate, intuitive and powerful Workplace Balance & Performance Coach with more than three decades of experience in coaching, business consulting and media communications. She has helped thousands restore balance in their professional lives for optimal performance; while preserving their mental an...
Apr 14, 2023•58 min
In this episode: Michelle's recovery journey The dangers of “Mommy Wine Culture” Marketing by Big Alcohol Addressing stigma at work Perfectionism and people-pleasing Socializing & making friends sober Patchworks to recovery The power of journaling Michelle’s top tips Michelle Smith is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the founder of Recovery is the New Black, a digital community for women living or exploring an alcohol-free life. Michelle struggled for years with alcohol addiction t...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, we discuss: Carrie’s recovery journey Healing shame and the inner critic How to find your sober people Tips for hosting sober events Becoming brave How hiking & being in nature supports recovery The power of community Carrie’s top tips for lasting sobriety Carrie Nicole May is a Nurse Practitioner and a Recovery Coach. She is certified through the International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches and holds a specialty She Recovers Coaching Designation. Carrie is ext...
Apr 03, 2023•45 min
In this episode, we discuss: Eradicating shame & stigma A strengths-based approach to recovery Reimagining the 12-Steps Workaholism Embracing individualized pathways & patchworks Addiction in the family The "accidental" SHE RECOVERS movement The power of community Dawn Nickel, PhD – or “Mama Dawn” as she is affectionately known in the women’s recovery space, is passionate about redefining recovery, ending the shame and stigma around it, and ensuring that women are supported to find and f...
Mar 26, 2023•54 min
In this episode: How James quit drinking How to develop the confidence to socialize sober The clever marketing of "Attractively Packaged Poison" The role of cultural conditioning The financial impact of alcohol How living alcohol-free will upgrade all areas of your life Practical tips for quitting drinking James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker and former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN. He is the creator of the Alcohol Free Lifestyle, which helps people change thei...
Mar 21, 2023•49 min
In this episode: Tracee’s journey towards Radiant Rest How to reclaim our inner nature Cultural conditioning The four states of consciousness Brain wave states Yoga Nidra & creativity Being mindful with social media The Kleshas The importance of community Rituals Tracee Stanley is the author of the bestselling book Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and the forthcoming The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember Who You Are - Oct 2023 by...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr
In this episode, we discuss: How philosophy supports sobriety The importance of friendship Higher and friendlier powers The influence of William James on AA Religion versus spirituality Spiritual impulses Accessing joy in difficult moments The problem with a rock-bottom approach Building recovery capital Peg O’Connor, Ph.D ., is a Professor of Philosophy at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. Her training is in moral philosophy, feminist philosophy, addiction studies, and the work...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 6 min
In this episode: Kelley’s story Defining the "Gray Area" Learning to socialize sober Sexual trauma Eating disorder recovery Stigma in the workplace Marriage and family life in recovery Kelley Kitley is known in the media as “America’s Social Worker.” She’s been in the field for over 20 years and owns Serendipitous Psychotherapy, in Chicago. Kelley is an Award Winning, Amazon Best Selling Author of “MY self” and Producer of the film GRAY AREA, which was adapted from her autobiography. Kitley is a...
Mar 02, 2023•46 min
In this episode: What is an Eating Disorder? How to identify an ED Underlying causes How the media and diet culture shapes body perception Orthorexia and when “clean” eating becomes detrimental The relationship between addiction and eating disorders Addressing stigma The recovery process Erin Terada, PsyD, CEDS-S is the director of clinical training at Relief Mental Health in Oak Brook, Ill . She is highly regarded by her peers and has decades of experience in treating feeding and eating disorde...
Feb 15, 2023•55 min
In this episode, we discuss; What is dissociation? Ways we all dissociate The relationship between trauma, addiction and dissociation Practices for grounding and safety Exploring various pathways to healing Removing the stigma The gifts of dissociation Resources Dr. Jamie Marich (she/they) describes herself as a facilitator of transformative experiences. A clinical trauma specialist, expressive artist, writer, yogini, performer, short filmmaker, Reiki master, TEDx speaker, and recovery advocate,...
Feb 13, 2023•44 min
In this episode: Heather's story Having a child struggle with addiction Approaching your loved one with compassion rather than control How to establish healthy boundaries and practice self-care The importance of language Shame and stigma Resources for loved ones Heather Ross is a mother who was willing to do whatever it took to have a healthy relationship with her daughter who struggled with Substance Use Disorder. She is a family recovery coach who is CRAFT trained and Invitation to Change Cert...
Feb 06, 2023•44 min
In this episode: Jenn's sober story Gray area drinking How to shift your mindset about alcohol How to break free form the “Detox to Retox” cycle Approaching sobriety holistically Progress over perfection The difference between rest and relief How to navigate marriage and your social life in early sobriety Jenn Kautsch is the founder and creator of the SoberSis community and leader in the "Sober Curious" movement. She lives in Fort Worth, Texas with her hubby of 27 years and has 2 adult children ...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, we discuss: Fawna’s Story Drinking to cope with grief The root of addiction Addiction as a family disease Detox How to help a friend who’s struggling The gift of desperation The power of female friendships How to find your sober community Applying opposite action About Fawna: The only child of revolutionary activists and educators; a doting Ethiopian father and a strong-willed African American mother, Fawna Asfaw felt her life shatter when she lost both her parents prematurely t...
Jan 23, 2023•57 min
In this episode: Meg's story The "Intoxicating Lies" we’re told about alcohol Over-functioning, perfectionism & hustle culture Sexual trauma and alcohol use Mommy-wine culture Using alcohol to cope The detox to retox loop Bouncing back from a slip-up Tools for lasting sobriety Meg is an ordinary mom who found herself trapped in mommy wine culture. She began her sober curious journey in November of 2019 where her love of science led her to discover the real truth about alcohol and its seducti...
Jan 16, 2023•1 hr
In this episode: Defining addiction The root of addictive behavior Marijuana addiction Latest research on cannabis Vaping addiction How to speak to a loved one in active addiction How to know if you’re addicted Core pillars of a successful recovery program Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP is a board-certified Psychologist and addiction specialist, and speaks nationally on the topics of addiction, behavioral health, and the impact of drug policy on public health. He earned his doctorate from the Universit...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr
In this episode: The root cause of addiction Why high-functioning, high-achieving people still struggle to get addictive behaviors under control The health impact of overworking and burnout The relationship between addiction, isolation and our planetary crisis How nervous system dysregulation leads to addictive behavior Small, consistent habits that make a big impact How to build community as a sober person Moving from surviving to thriving Amy Wheeler, Ph.D is the Founder of The Optimal State, ...
Jan 02, 2023•1 hr
In this episode: Taryn’s Recovery Story Childhood Trauma & Addiction Yoga & Somatic Therapies as Tools for Recovery Healing the Trauma of Money Money Psychology Starting the SHE Recovers Movement Reflections on Becoming a Mother Taryn Strong is one of the Founders of SHE RECOVERS® Foundation, a non-profit charity and grassroots movement that serves more 325,000 women and non-binary individuals. She is also a Coach, Herbalist, Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher and Trauma of Money Facilitator. ...
Nov 14, 2022•1 hr
In this episode: Jake’s recovery story Marijuana addiction Natural highs vs. substance highs How to reach natural highs Finding your Flow State The Paradox of Control Special surprise! Jake Yoder is a Motivational Speaker, Life Coach and the Founder of Natural Highs Recovery. He specializes in helping others transform self limiting patterns into healthy habits that naturally result in thriving. Jake's own spiritual journey and recovery from addiction, combined with nearly a decade of leadership ...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 11 min
In this conversation, we discuss: Cole's experience with addiction How substances became a means to cope with social anxiety, teenage pregnancy & shame Relapse on the road to recovery Emotional literacy Our human need for belonging How the tools of Yoga, Buddhism, Neuroscience and Psychology support sustainable recovery Cole teaches yoga in many capacities from online to festivals to international retreats, but her flow, passion, and most fluent language lay in supporting people who have als...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, we discuss: Gray-area drinking Stress, anxiety & trouble sleeping due to alcohol How to get sober Navigating social situations alcohol-free Sober support groups Getting to the root of why we drink Mommy wine culture Resources for sobriety Casey McGuire Davidson is a Life & Sobriety Coach and the host of the Top 100 Mental Health Podcast The Hello Someday Podcast for sober curious women and gray area drinkers. Casey’s the creator of the Free 30-Day Guide to Quitting Drink...
Oct 25, 2022•59 min
In this episode: Sacha's story Being a Highly-Sensitive Person Dance meditation and somatic therapies What is EFT Tapping? Neuroplasticity and how we can rewire the brain Shifting your money mindset Sacha's signature programs Short EFT Tapping Practice Sacha Bryce RYT BSc is the founder of Core Soul Work Inc. and the creator of the Core Clarity Certification™ Training program. She guides women to step into leadership EFT & The Clearing Work™ Practitioners. Sacha studied Psychology at the Uni...
Oct 18, 2022•52 min
In this episode, we discuss: Mary Beth’s recovery from abuse, trauma, self-harm, PTSD, and anxiety The relationship between trauma and addiction Choosing a secular path to recovery Why there is no “one-size-fits-all” path to recovery Her triumphant story from "junkie to judge" The false hierarchy of addiction Ending the stigma Mary Beth has been clean and sober since 1994. She also is in recovery from abuse, trauma, self-harm, ptsd, and anxiety. Her history and her recovery are chronicled in her...
Oct 10, 2022•56 min
In this episode, we discuss: How to get over indulgence Why celebration is key to behavior change Sugar addiction The Inner Critic Why willpower doesn’t work Drawing “bright lines” How to support a loved one After spending 20 years of his life over-indulging, Duncan Bhaskaran Brown finally committed to freeing himself from this vicious cycle and helping others to do the same. He trained with the Easyway clinic, the world's most successful stop smoking service, and is now an engaging speaker and ...
Oct 04, 2022•51 min
In this episode, we discuss: Acknowledging our programming around alcohol How meditation naturally led Evi to give up drinking Dating and relationships as a sober person Why you don’t need to fit into a single box Embracing being a multi-dimensional career woman, business owner, wife, mother and spiritual seeker Evi’s go-to self-care practices Born in New York City to Dominican and Greek parents, Evi Siskos is an actress, producer, author, and NY Emmy-nominated television host of shows on the Te...
Sep 27, 2022•58 min
In this episode, we discuss: How your biography becomes your biology The relationship between trauma and addiction Restoring balance to the nervous system Navigating trauma in relationships Spirituality and mindfulness The holistic recovery path Supporting a loved one in addiction Mike Govoni has a thriving private practice as a Trauma Informed Recovery Coach where he believes helping people create a feeling of safety and connection within their own body is essential to becoming well and achieve...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, we discuss: Jen’s recovery story Addressing addiction and mental health in the workplace The stigma of addiction Normalizing not drinking How to make social settings more inclusive Zeroproof Collective Jen Gilhoi (she/her/hers) shed the shame around alcoholism on July 28, 2014, when she first sought help to end her addiction. Now, with eight years of sobriety, and many awkward and painful experiences as a sober person navigating society, she’s on a mission to shatter stigmas aro...
Sep 12, 2022•58 min
In this episode, we discuss: Heather's Sober Story Mommy Wine Culture Perfectionism The Inner Critic High-Functioning / Gray-Area Drinking The gifts of sobriety Making friends without alcohol Heather Lowe is the Founder of Ditched the Drink, a wellness company dedicated to helping professionals move away from alcohol and towards their highest selves. Heather is a Certified Professional Life and Recovery Coach, Certified Addiction Awareness Facilitator, and the Director of Marketing Consumer Prod...
Sep 05, 2022•49 min
Chris Marshall is a mental health advocate, writer, and founder of Sans Bar, an alcohol free space and community based in Austin, Texas. He has been alcohol free since February 16, 2007. Marshall started working as Substance Use counselor in 2009, and witnessed his clients struggle to remain abstinent from alcohol after they exited treatment. He created Sans Bar in 2017 with the belief that everyone deserves a safe, sober, and inclusive environment where they can authentically connect with other...
Aug 29, 2022•58 min
Tony Hoffman is one of the most sought-after substance abuse speakers in the country, traveling over 200 days per year touching lives with his transformational journey "from prison to the Olympics". By the time he was in high school, Tony had been a top-ranked BMX amateur with multiple endorsements, but after getting into alcohol, marijuana and prescription painkillers like Vicodin and Oxycotin, his life took a a devastating turn. He found himself in the depths of addiction, living homeless on t...
Aug 22, 2022•1 hr 7 min
